Derby Children's Health - NHS

07/05/2026

Exam periods can place significant pressure on young people, affecting their confidence, focus and overall wellbeing.

Shared from Wake Up Wednesday
This guide explores realistic and supportive strategies to help manage this pressure.

It highlights practical approaches, including:
• Organising workload and reducing overwhelm
• Using active and creative revision techniques
• Creating calm, focused study environments
• Using technology, including AI, in a thoughtful way

The guide also emphasises the importance of maintaining balance, motivation and positive wellbeing during exam preparation.

06/05/2026

SEND Support Information shared on behalf of the Family Hubs.
If you have a child aged between 0-19 who has Autism or ADHD, why not attend one of the sessions run by the family hubs.
To book a place at one of the sessions or to find out more information, call the telephone numbers on the posters.

06/05/2026

Maternal Mental Health Week runs from 4-10th May 2026.

What is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week?
Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week is a week-long campaign dedicated to talking about mental health problems before, during and after pregnancy.

The week is all about:

* raising public and professional awareness of maternal mental health problems
* advocating for women and families impacted
* changing attitudes
* helping people access the information, care and support they need to recover.

Maternal Mental Health Alliance

https://maternalmentalhealthalliance.org/get-involved/maternal-mental-health-awareness-week/ #:~:text=The%20next%20Maternal%20Mental%20Health,Get%20involved%20using%20%23MaternalMHmatters.

05/05/2026

Sepsis is a medical emergency, but it can often be treated if caught early. Knowing the signs — and acting fast — saves lives.

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05/05/2026

Join us tomorrow, 10am to 3pm at Derby Market Hall and chat with our amazing staff. We’re proud to be supporting with — everyone is welcome.

05/05/2026

Top tips for teeth. 😁
Getting into a good routine by looking after you own teeth and your babies teeth, can ensure good habits for the future. As soon as their first tooth appears, you can start brushing. Also, regular trips to the dentist can protect their smile. Under 18's are entitled to FREE NHS dental care in England.
Resources shared from Better Health Families

30/04/2026

For all home educated parent/carer of young person.
The School Health team offer a drop in along side the Elected Home Educated sessions at the family hubs over the city. We can offer help and support around emotional health and wellbeing and also support with other health related queries you may have.

30/04/2026

Today marks to end of
Shared from World Health Organization (WHO)

During World Immunization Week, let’s show the world that some family traditions are worth passing on. Under the theme, “For every generation, vaccines work”, World Immunization Week will promote how vaccines have safely protected people, families, and communities for generations – and continue to safeguard our future.

Vaccines have long been one of the most powerful tools in public health. Over the past 50 years, vaccines have saved more than 150 million lives – not by accident, but because ordinary people made the decision to protect themselves, their children and their communities from diseases like measles, diphtheria, pertussis, polio, and rotavirus.

If you think your child may be outstanding some immunisations, contact your GP surgery to find out and get them booked in and up to date.

This year’s World Immunization Week theme, “For every generation, vaccines work”, aims to promote how vaccines have safely protected people, families, and communities for generations – and continue to safeguard our future.

29/04/2026

Preparing for exams
Do you have a young person who may be doing their SATS, mock exams or GCSE's this year?
Exams can be stressful. They can make you panic and worry. But there are things you can do to help you prepare and make yourself feel better.
Please read and share the tips shared from Childline to help them prepare.

Exams can be stressful, but check out our tips for staying calm and doing the best you can.

28/04/2026

Advice and support �for your child’s development.
From pregnancy to childcare right through to starting school.
If you have any questions about childcare, preparing your child for school or you would like breastfeeding support...here is the place to help you.
Best Start in Life.

Advice and support 
for your child’s development

27/04/2026

Why doesn’t my teen sleep?
There is a great deal of emphasis on teaching teens about healthy eating and exercise but not enough on the importance of a good night’s sleep. Sleep problems can be a very serious issue and lack of sleep has been linked to obesity, depression and impaired learning.
If you’re having trouble getting your teenager out of bed in a morning, then there are several practical hints and tips that may help. Talking over worries may well help to put them into perspective.
Shared from The Sleep Charity

https://teensleephub.org.uk/parents-carers/

24/04/2026

The NSPCC have resources on helping children stay safe on social media.

Children and young people use a wide range of social media platforms to connect, learn and express themselves. While social media can offer creativity, connection and learning, it’s important to understand the risks and how to support children to stay safe online.

Find out what social media is, discover the main platforms and learn how to help children stay safe when using them.